Wind Technician II - Rush Springs, OK

About the role

This position is onsite at our Drift Sand Wind Farm in Rush Springs, OK. If you want to shape the future of energy, we are looking for a Wind Technician II to join our Operations & Maintenance team!

Responsibilities

• Complete all scheduled maintenance for mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical equipment in a timely manner to maximize generation
• Install, test, maintain and troubleshoot minor components and assist with some major components
• Initiate reports and records associated with maintenance and repairs
• Complete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSA’s, and job specific documentation that is required to conduct maintenance and repairs in the safest manner possible
• Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures
• Complete data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements
• Mentor lower level technicians
• Perform balance of plant and switchyard work as required
• Support regional Wind Maintenance activities as needed
• Assist with QA/QC activities
• Work in conjunction with Technical Support for proactive repairs
• Comply with all HSEQ policies and procedures (ISO9001/ISO14001/ISO18001)
• Absorb inventory control as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years relevant work experience in wind energy or A.S. Degree (electrical or technical) and at least 1+ year’s related experience and/or training
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use electrical test equipment such as, DMM, meggers and multi process calibration equipment
• Strong knowledge in electrical theory and troubleshooting techniques
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, and various hand and power tools)
• Experience with wind farm operations and maintenance
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time to other operational sites within the US as needed
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed, including work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed
• Ability to work around 100+ meter high turbine towers 5-15 times per week, or as needed
• Comfortable working at heights of 300 feet or more in confined spaces and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes working in scissor lifts, lifting 50 lbs. on a daily continuous basis sometimes overhead, meeting the weight requirement of safety gear, 310 lbs. or less, and working in PPE such as arc flash suits/facemasks and high voltage gloves for extended periods of time
• Ability to work long hours in a wind turbine without the need to come down often

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use electrical test equipment such as, DMM, meggers and multi process calibration equipment
• Strong knowledge in electrical theory and troubleshooting techniques
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, and various hand and power tools)
• Experience with wind farm operations and maintenance
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time to other operational sites within the US as needed
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed, including work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed
• Ability to work around 100+ meter high turbine towers 5-15 times per week, or as needed
• Comfortable working at heights of 300 feet or more in confined spaces and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes working in scissor lifts, lifting 50 lbs. on a daily continuous basis sometimes overhead, meeting the weight requirement of safety gear, 310 lbs. or less, and working in PPE such as arc flash suits/facemasks and high voltage gloves for extended periods of time
• Ability to work long hours in a wind turbine without the need to come down often

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use electrical test equipment such as, DMM, meggers and multi process calibration equipment
• Strong knowledge in electrical theory and troubleshooting techniques
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, and various hand and power tools)
• Experience with wind farm operations and maintenance
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time to other operational sites within the US as needed
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed, including work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed
• Ability to work around 100+ meter high turbine towers 5-15 times per week, or as needed
• Comfortable working at heights of 300 feet or more in confined spaces and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes working in scissor lifts, lifting 50 lbs. on a daily continuous basis sometimes overhead, meeting the weight requirement of safety gear, 310 lbs. or less, and working in PPE such as arc flash suits/facemasks and high voltage gloves for extended periods of time
• Ability to work long hours in a wind turbine without the need to come down often

Benefits

While performing the duties of this job, employee will be exposed to reasonable hot/cold ambient weather conditions prevalent at any given time. Employee will be exposed to reasonable noise levels, vibration, and exposure to low- and medium-voltage equipment.

Pay

Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and incentives.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible work schedule to accommodate the demands of the job.